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What term describes weathering that occurs as water expands when it freezes, wedging apart rock?

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asked Jan 7 in Science by EveShaver330 (510 points)

What term describes weathering that occurs as water expands when it freezes, wedging apart rock?

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answered Jan 7 by LillyAnderso (330 points)

mechanical weathering

form of mechanical weathering that occurs as water expands when it freezes, wedging apart rock.

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